LANDSCAPING APPRENTICE

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary: Landscaping Apprentice

Professional Pavement Services is a family owned, full-service paving, construction, and property maintenance contractor serving Central and Northern Ohio. We offer comprehensive, year-round construction and maintenance services, including asphalt, concrete, landscaping, power washing and winter operations. Our mission is to build lasting partnerships and exceed expectations through quality work, safety, and integrity. We take pride in doing things the right way, supporting our team, and delivering work we can stand behind. Built on teamwork, accountability, and respect, we’re looking for people who want steady, hands-on work and the opportunity to grow with a company that invests in its people and serves its communities year-round.

As a Landscape Apprentice working for Professional Property Services, you will perform a variety of hands-on tasks to create and maintain outdoor spaces for residential, commercial, and public properties. This role involves physical labor and the use of hand tools, power equipment, and machinery to create, maintain or enhance landscapes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mowing, trimming, and edging to maintain lawns.
• Plant, water, and care for trees, shrubs, flowers, and sod.
• Spreading mulch.
• Seasonal leaf and debris removal to keep grounds clean and tidy.
• Assist in installing landscape features such as walkways, patios, or retaining walls as needed.
• Operate and maintain equipment like blowers, chainsaws, string trimmers, bed shapers, and other small equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with snow removal and de-icing during winter months.
• Follow safety protocols and collaborate with team members to complete projects on schedule and within budget.
• Follow instructions and participate in training sessions to develop technical landscaping skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Physical stamina and ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Basic knowledge of landscaping techniques and tools (preferred but not required; on-the-job training provided for the right candidate).
• Strong work ethic, team player, attention to detail, and ability to follow instructions.
• No formal education required; experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or manual labor is a plus. Willing to train the right candidate.
• Must have cell phone to clock in and out daily and to follow other company communications.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License and reliable transportation. Must meet the insurability standard.

• The ability to tow trailers or transport equipment.

Schedule and Benefits:

• Full-time, typically 40 hours per week on a four 10-hour days schedule, with potential overtime during peak seasons (spring and fall).
• Starting wage aligns with local standards and is commensurate with experience.
• Benefits
  • Medical-partial percentage paid by the company after 60 days
  • Dental and vision after 60 days, along with other ancillary benefits
  • 401K with a company match after 6 months of employment
  • Vesting PTO immediately, with availability to use after 90 days
  • 90-day probation period

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume via